Xpadorians (eks•pä•dôr′ē•ənz) n. Expats in Ecuador

Morning Update – Thursday, November 10, 2011

Ecuador 4u – Standing amidst all his hiking gear exhilaration washes over Felipe as he puts on his climbing boots. He’s never climbed as high as Cayambe and won’t know what it’s like until he tries.

Life in Quito – Liliya checked on the price for an Ipad 2 in Quito. They paid $599 plus tax in Miami and at the El Condado shopping mall the same model costs $840.

Retirement: Plan B – Milk and eggs aren’t refrigerated when you buy them and the fresh ground coffee is still warm. Dale and Joan got word that their household goods will be in Guayaquil next week. We’ll keep our fingers crossed that you’ll soon be reunited with your stuff.

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I love looking at photos and reading blogs. I have learned so much here. Thanks. I have a couple of questions
Did most take their TVs with them or buy in EC?
Can I buy cast iron skillet, griddle, grill pan there?
Or do I need to bring with me.
I’ve seen beautiful pottery/dish ware in blog, I love the colors so I’ll be buying there. What about stainless steel flatwear?
June ’12 is our arrival date, but there’ll be recon trip after first of the year or we may wait until May so we can rent house. We are moving with suitcases, etc. rather than shipping. Looks like a lot of houses are furnished.
Thanks for all your postings.
Twila Pickrell
Lubbock, TX

Twila, since you are only bringing suitcases whatever money you save bringing heavy pots and pans will cost you in extra charges for overweight luggage. Yes, you can find most anything you will need in Ecuador but quality items do cost more. If you bring a TV with you it has to be under 22″ or you will be paying taxes. Good luck with your move, Mary